Bridport

Bridport is a popular beachside holiday destination, famous for its white sandy beaches, coastal parks and bushland reserves, and Barnbougle Dunes – one of the world's best public golf courses and Australia's number one.

Relax into the holiday spirit of Bridport in summer where there's no shortage of summertime fun and fresh seafood to enjoy. In fact, alfresco dining on local scallops, lobster and trout from Australia's first freshwater rainbow trout farm is a year-round pastime.

The Bridport Wildflower Reserve in the Granite Point Conservation Area bursts into vibrant colour in spring with spectacular wildflower displays and feeding birds. Other nearby reserves have spectacular coastal views, waterfalls, white sand dunes and native wildlife.

Australia's top public golf course, Barnbougle Dunes, and its neighbouring Lost Farm golf course are just east of Bridport and built on sand dunes to mirror the classic wild courses of Scotland.

At nearby Nabowla you'll find Bridestowe Lavender Estate, the world's largest lavender oil producer, set on 260 acres of fragrant fields that bloom in December and January.

All types of accommodation are available in Bridport.

Bridport is a 1-hr drive (85 km) north-east of Launceston.

Local tips

Stop at one of the wineries in the area

Visit the Granite Point Conservation Area during spring and find a beautiful array of wildflowers and prolific birdlife